1833 Capped Bust Half - is this a die clash, or something else?
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See the two diagonal parallel raised marks between vertical stripes three and four. At first, these look like die clash marks from Liberty’s bow obverse. However if that was true, why do they only show up between vertical stripes three and four? Or, do I faintly see them continue through stripes 2 and 3, I think I do.
What do you think? Are they something else?
PS... can anyone suggest an Overton # on this?
Thanks in advance
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Yes, those are clash marks from Liberty's curls. Below is a mock-up of a clashed reverse. Keep in mind that dies were sometimes rotated.
Looks like an O.111. A full reverse would confirm it.
Lance.
Thanks for the info Lance. Here is the reverse.
Not helpful....but just wanted to say that's a sweet looking coin for coming off of a die that had obviously had plenty of use!
PS @lkeigwin that’s a great overlay
The reverse helps. It is NOT an O.111. It is an O.114.
Lance.